As we begin a new year, we have the opportunity to make a fresh start and begin positive new habits. You may be like me in that you want to continue to grow in wisdom and truth each year, especially in a culture that seems to be heading away from those foundations. How can we allow our roots to grow deeper in what we know we can trust?

There is no greater source of wisdom and truth than the Bible. Let’s make this year a time of digging in and reading God’s Word. Not just listening to what others have to say, but really getting to know the Bible ourselves. In it, we find the beautiful story of redemption woven through every page. We learn about the God who loves us and sent His son to offer His life as payment for our sins.

Let’s resolve to read the Bible daily and feed on its principles. I personally like the One Year Bible, which offers a reading in the Old Testament, the New Testament, a Psalm, and several proverbs. You can also find the One Year Chronological Bible, which I did last year, and loved it.

The Bible is a treasure. It is a spiritual book that must be spiritually discerned, so ask for His Spirit to guide you in all truth as you read.  I recommend the ESV Study Bible if you want to delve deeper into specific passages. My point is, let’s not neglect the greatest source of wisdom and truth for our lives. May we make it a goal to read the Bible every day, and become men and women who know and love what is good, pure, and admirable.

You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. – Jesus